Grain Elevator Operator - Barge Facility Laborer

cgb; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Match

Medical/Dental/Vision

Overtime pay

Job summary

CGB Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a hands-on barge facility worker to support liquid fertilizer operations, grain handling, and related duties at our loading/unloading site. This outdoor role offers variety and growth within a stable company.

You will participate in the company Safety Program, handle documentation, and assist with barge, rail, and truck movements as needed, with opportunities for overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or demonstrated experience.
• Ability to perform manual tasks and operate under safety protocols.
• Basic math, documentation and communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with barge, rail and truck loading/unloading operations.
• Participate in daily safety program and pre-shift meetings.
• Maintain accurate documentation and perform housekeeping tasks.

Skills

Basic math

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Safety awareness

PPE use

Education

HS diploma

Tools

Heavy equipment

Job description

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! At CGB, you can contribute to meaningful work, grow professionally and personally, and belong in a place where everyone has a voice.

Founded in 1969, CGB Enterprises, Inc. is known as an innovative and progressive leader in the grain and transportation industries. Today, CGB operates an enterprise with over 100 locations and nearly 2,000 U.S. employees overseeing a diverse family of businesses that provide an array of services for producers and logistics services for an international base of customers. The combination of our assets provides a growing organization that is celebrating over 50 years of strength and stability!

Join a dynamic team at our barge facility where you'll play a critical role in liquid fertilizer operations, grain handling, and supporting mine-based processes that keep America's agricultural supply chain moving. This is a great opportunity for a person who loves to work in an outdoor environment and wants a career with a great company.

This job is primarily responsible for working at a facility that loads and unloads barges and trucks. This is a general position that performs a wide variety of duties that are based on the daily needs of the operation.

• 401k Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Hourly and Overtime Pay for Over 40 Hours/week
• We Hire 18+ Years of Age

This job is primarily responsible for working at a facility that loads and unloads barges, rail cars and trucks. This is a general position that performs a wide variety of duties that are based on the daily needs of the operation.

In this job, you will:

• Actual responsibilities will vary depending on daily needs and type of facility.
• Fully participate in the company Safety Program and attends daily pre-shift meetings.
• Perform all duties within compliance of OSHA, company safety, and environmental regulations (ISO where applicable); including wearing appropriate PPE for task being performed.
• Perform deckhand responsibilities e.g., reading drafts, opening/closing lids, tying off barges, etc.
• Perform all barge loading duties e.g., loading barges to meet draft and quality requirements and oversees deckhand(s). Note: Generally the duty of the most highly qualified person(s).
• Perform duties to transfer, load and move grain to appropriate location, where applicable.
• Perform duties required to maintain grain quality while being stored and/or transferred.
• Perform all rail duties e.g. prep, unloading, loading, placement, etc., where applicable.
• Complete all duties of Scale/Probe Operations position, where applicable.
• Complete documentation timely, accurately and legibly.
• Perform general clean-up including sweeping, shoveling, washing, painting and other general housekeeping responsibilities.
• Dependent on facility and location, may be responsible for any variety of the following; performing preventative maintenance and/or repairs; unloading barges, cleaning barges, movement of product to storage, loading of trucks using heavy equipment, loading of rail, loading of products to required specifications; operating a variety of heavy equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Here’s what you’ll need to be considered:

Education

Required - High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

Required - None.

Preferred - 1 years' experience working in an industrial environment with a dependable work record.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of people within and outside the organization.
• Ability to complete documentation requirements.
• Ability to follow directions and use logical thought process to interpret oral and written instructions, and troubleshoot problems.
• Ability to work well both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to use tools appropriate for assigned task.
• Ability to remain focused on exceptional customer service, both internally and externally.

Here’s additional information you need to know:

Physical Demands & Requirements

• Ability to lift/push/pull 45 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to climb, crouch, stoop, bend, and squat, frequently.
• Ability to stand and walk constantly/continuously.
• Ability to balance constantly/continuously.
• Ability to kneel occasionally.
• Ability to safely walk on barge surface(s) with the ability to work around deep water.
• Ability to grasp and reach frequently.
• Ability to understand and communicate verbally, in person and over two-way radio.
• Ability to understand and communicate written instructions.
• Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to climb stairs and climb ladders to significant heights.
• Ability to perform work in confined spaces.
• Ability to work in an environment with high dust levels.
• Ability to meet requirements of PFT and fit testing, when applicable.
• Ability to meet requirement of an